Bryan Loritts Podcast
Bryan Loritts
Dr. Bryan Loritts is a Teaching Pastor at The Summit Church. An award-winning author, Dr. Loritts has spent the bulk of his ministry serving and resourcing the multiethnic church. He co-founded Fellowship Memphis in 2003, and serves as the President of The Kainos Movement, an organization committed to seeing the multiethnic church become the new normal. He serves on the boards of Biola University and is a regular visiting professor at Grimke Seminary. He is also the Vice President of Regions for the Send Network. He is the husband of Korie, and the father of Quentin, Myles and Jaden.
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Mar 25, 2024 • 44min
I Am the Door | John 10
Explore the deeper meaning of Jesus being the door to salvation and a flourishing life on earth. Dive into personal anecdotes, biblical passages, and metaphors to understand the exclusive path to God and the abundant life found in Christ. Reflect on the importance of faith, courage, and finding fulfillment in Christ amidst life's challenges and worldly desires.
Mar 13, 2024 • 38min
Friends Just ARE
Exploring the essence of genuine friendship, the podcast delves into personal anecdotes and historical examples, highlighting the transformative power of true companionship in navigating life's challenges. Insights on cultivating meaningful relationships, responsibility in friendships, and the importance of authenticity vs. transparency are shared, along with the power of selective transparency in deep connections.
Mar 11, 2024 • 36min
Jesus the Bread of Life | John 6
Exploring Jesus as the 'bread of life' and His sufficiency to meet all needs, the podcast delves into finding lasting fulfillment in spiritual realms. It highlights Jesus' care for both spiritual and physical needs, emphasizing faith, provision, and divine assistance for orphans. The discussion challenges the pursuit of material possessions for satisfaction and advocates for seeking spiritual fulfillment in Jesus.
Feb 26, 2024 • 44min
No Ordinary Book | 2 Timothy 3
When individualism is prized above all, it can be difficult to communicate to others that there is truth that is not subjective, not up for debate—namely, the Word of God. In this week's message from 2 Timothy 3, Pastor Bryan highlights why it is vitally important to look to the Bible, rather than looking inward, to remind ourselves of truth. If the words contained in this book really are the very breath of God—a lamp to our feet and a light to our path—shouldn't our lives be saturated with them?
Feb 23, 2024 • 48min
A Man and His Friends
Explore the deep friendship between Paul and Timothy, highlighting courage in faith and wartime bravery. Witness the transformation of Timothy's fear through his bond with Paul. Delve into navigating fatherhood and leaving a legacy for the next generation. Discover a story of faith through generations and the transformative power of embracing Jesus for personal growth.
Feb 19, 2024 • 43min
The Discipleship RIDE | 2 Timothy 2
As followers of Jesus, we wouldn't disagree with the need to make disciples. But the reality is that it requires both intentionality and a significant investment of time—one that we may feel we simply don't have, at least according to our busy calendars. In this week's message from 2 Timothy 2, Pastor Bryan shows us the importance of prioritizing disciple-making in our lives. When we take the time to pour into others, sowing the seed of the gospel, we may just find that those around us are inspired to do the same.
Feb 12, 2024 • 42min
Engaging the Least of These | Matthew 24:31-46
Sermon given at Image Church in Marietta, GA on 2/11/24.
Jan 22, 2024 • 47min
The Change is IN You
Explore the confrontations between Elijah and the prophets of Baal and how they relate to the need for a word from God. Reflect on the importance of caring for the neglected cemetery and living on mission. Discover the concept of idols in our lives and how they are shaken to get our attention. Delve into the pain of remaining the same versus the pain of change. Understand how encountering God's glory leads to transformation. Hear a personal story of praying and fasting for healing from pancreatic cancer.
Jan 9, 2024 • 40min
21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: Looking for a Change
The podcast discusses the importance and power of bold prayer, using examples from 1 Kings chapter 18. It highlights the significance of prayer in decision-making, the influence of attention on actions, and the choice between following God or Baal. The podcast also emphasizes the importance of renewing awe for God, understanding our righteousness in Christ, and experiencing God's miracles. It concludes with three prayer requests for the 21 days of prayer and fasting.
Dec 19, 2023 • 47min
How to Overcome a Crisis | Psalm 13 | Salem Baptist Church of Chicago
Recorded at Salem Baptist Church of Chicago on Dec 10, 2023.
